How To Test a Pan's Volume

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You can test the volume of a pan at home by filling the pan to the rim with water, then pouring the water into a measuring cup. Remember that even though a quarter sheet cake pan holds 12 cups of liquid, you will not place that much batter in it.

How To Measure a Pan

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Measure from the inside edges of the pan’s sides. Place the measuring stick against the pan’s bottom and measure up to within 1/4 inch of the pan’s top for the depth.

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Gwen Bruno has been a full-time freelance writer since 2009, with her gardening-related articles appearing on DavesGarden. She is a former teacher and librarian, and she holds a bachelor's degree in education from Augustana College and master's degrees in education and library science from North Park University and the University of Wisconsin.